Financial Responsibilities of a Non-Profit Board

Description

Often the most confusing aspects of being a board member are understanding financial statements and ensuring the financial well-being of their organization. However, these responsibilities are a board member’s primary concerns. 

This workshop will help you gain a better understanding of your financial responsibilities as a board member, mitigating the risk to both you and the organization, and ensuring the financial health of the organization.

Topics Covered Include

  • Key roles and responsibilities regarding financial management
  • Understanding and analyzing financial statements
  • Basic financial terminology
  • How to read a budget, monthly income reports, and the balance sheet

Who should attend?

This workshop is recommended for board members of a non-profit organization who would like to develop a better understanding of their financial responsibilities

Facilitator

Kevin Freedman is a long-time leader in the non-profit sector. He is the founder and principal consultant at The Governance Guru where he helps boards do their jobs better through training, facilitation, and support. He spent several years teaching in the Faculty of Business and Economics at the University of Winnipeg, and specialized in teaching courses on non-profit management, corporate governance, and organization behaviour.

Kevin is also an award-winning volunteer and educator, having been recognized with a Governor General's Medal for service and the YMCA Peace Medal among others. Kevin holds a master's degree in non-profit management, is an Accredited Canadian Credit Union Director, and is an active member of the Canadian Association of Public Speakers.

To read Kevin's full bio, click here. 

Accommodations

Volunteer Manitoba strives to host inclusive, accessible workshops that enable all individuals to engage fully. If you require any accommodations to participate in our training, please indicate so on the registration form.

Course Cancellation Policy

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